Wirral West Conservative Councillors/Team Join Communities in Moving Remembrance Sunday Tributes
Councillors from West Wirral wards paid their respects alongside hundreds of residents on Remembrance Sunday, attending services across the constituency to honour the nation’s fallen servicemen and women.
In Hoylake, Cllr Max Booth joined the parade and wreath-laying ceremony at the town’s cenotaph on top of Grange Hill, West Kirby. The event, organised by the Hoylake & Meols District Remembrance Sunday Committee, saw veterans, serving personnel, scouts, guides, and local schoolchildren march from the Hill down to the railway station. Following the traditional two-minute silence at 11 am, wreaths were laid by dignitaries, community groups, and members of the public. Cllr Max Booth was honoured to lay the wreath on behalf of Wirral council and His Majesty's Government. He was joined by colleagues: Cllr Andrew Gardner, Cllr Simon Mountney and David Fairbairn. Following the march past, the community paid respects to the 149th Royal Horse Artillery of Hoylake (1939-1946) that fought campaigns in the North African and Mediterranean camppaigns.
In the rural south of the constituency, the picturesque village of Thornton Hough hosted its intimate yet poignant service. Local councillors: Cllr Helen Cameron, Cllr Mary Jordan and Cllr Cherry Povall joined villagers and representatives from the Armed Forces community for the Act of Remembrance, followed by a short service inside the church.
Speaking after the events, Cllr Max Booth said: “Remembrance Sunday remains one of the most important dates in our civic calendar. It was a privilege to stand with our communities in Hoylake, West Kirby, and Meols to honour the sacrifice of those who gave their lives for our freedoms. The turnout at every service was truly heart-warming, and it was especially moving to see so many young people taking part – ensuring these sacrifices are never forgotten.”
Across Wirral West, councillors praised the Royal British Legion branches, local volunteers, and community groups for organising dignified and well-attended commemorations, with many residents commenting on the continued strength of local tradition in marking the occasion. Lest We Forget.
